General Biology at Western Illinois University
If you plan to study General Biology, consider the program at Western Illinois University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Western Illinois University is in Macomb, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 47 general biology graduations were recorded at Western Illinois University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Western Illinois University
Many students take online classes at Western Illinois University. Of 6,332 students, 1,607 (25%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,917 (46%) took at least some classes online.
General Biology Rankings at Western Illinois University
These rankings give you a sense of how Western Illinois University’s General Biology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #7 of 41 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #26 of 163 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #29 of 42 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #102 of 164 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #294 of 1,237 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #793 of 1,249 |
Earnings for General Biology Graduates from Western Illinois University
Those who finish Western Illinois University’s General Biology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $33,504 |
| 2 years | $34,403 |
| 3 years | $36,966 |
| 4 years | $44,568 |
| 5 years | $54,363 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, General Biology graduates from Western Illinois University earn a median of $44,568, compared with $53,962 for all Western Illinois University graduates — about 17% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for General Biology graduates from Western Illinois University is $27,585.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for General Biology graduates at Western Illinois University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, General Biology graduates at Western Illinois University are 66% women (31) and 34% men (16).
General Biology Bachelor’s Program at Western Illinois University
Among the 36 bachelor’s general biology graduates at Western Illinois University, 67% were women (24) and 33% were men (12).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Western Illinois University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 22 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 36% of General Biology bachelor’s degree recipients at Western Illinois University, below the national average of 47%.*
General Biology Master’s Program at Western Illinois University
Among the 11 master’s general biology graduates at Western Illinois University, 64% were women (7) and 36% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Western Illinois University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 6 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 18% of General Biology master’s degree recipients at Western Illinois University, lower than the national average of 41%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific General Biology Concentrations at Western Illinois University
The General Biology program at Western Illinois University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biology Studies | 47 |
Best-Paid Careers for General Biology Graduates
Graduates of the General Biology program at Western Illinois University go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid careers for General Biology graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $111,314 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Food Science Technicians | $100,898 |
| Biological Technicians | $100,160 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Life Scientists, All Other | $97,541 |
| Bioinformatics Scientists | $92,484 |
| Forensic Science Technicians | $85,117 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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